01-06-2022 City Council Retreat Minutes HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL RETREAT PROCEEDINGS
THURSDAY, JANUARY 6
ATTENDANCE
Present for the Hopkins City Council Retreat 2022 were the following: Mayor Hanlon,
Council Members Balan, Beck, Garrido and Hunke, City Manager Mornson, City Attorney
Riggs and Chad Weinstein with Ethical Leaders in Action, LLC.
Welcome, Agenda Review
Mayor Hanlon welcomed the team to the retreat. City Manager Mornson provided
information on the proposed agenda.
Kickoff/Team Activity: "Heroes and Guides"
Facilitator Chad Weinstein asked participants to reflect and share stories of individuals
who have been influential in their development as leaders and public servants. Objectives
included growing interpersonal familiarity and some lessons on learning from mentors
and heroes as leaders.
Discussion: Shared Vision for an Effective Council
Participants discussed how shared norms lead to effective collaboration and begin to
frame norms for intra-council interaction.
Rules and Roles of Elected Officials
City Attorney Scott Riggs shared information about key laws, regulations, and standards
governing the work of City Councils. Mr. Riggs also discussed masking mandates and
calling for a special meeting.
Wrap-up
Facilitator Chad Weinstein shared closing thoughts on the retreat activities. He also
summarized the Agenda for the Friday session.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Domeier, City Clerk